Stem challenges

The Saving Sam STEM challenge is a delightful and educational activity designed to foster teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking among students. Traditionally, this challenge uses a gummy worm (Sam) and life savers candy to create an engaging scenario. However, we propose a twist by us

Each year, I teach a simple machines unit. Each year, I try to figure out ways to integrate STEM ideas into the mix. This year, I wanted to find ways to engage my learners right away. Sometimes the simplest thing to do is grab simple items to create the perfect STEM project! The best part...you just need 4 simple supplies or less for the each challenge. The first challenge is to create a way to get the cup of cubes to the top of the table. This is all I gave them: Toilet paper tubes, a cup…

Red Cup STEM Challenge for Kids - these simple STEM challenges are perfect for kids of all ages and use things like red cups that you already have at home. Tons of fun with science, tech, engineering and math from Kids Activities Blog!

Discover some fascinating, no prep, STEM activities and challenges you can do with your students using paper! Engineering, math and science.

Students choose different ways to create the longest paper chain out of one sheet of construction paper in this easy to prep and complete STEM Challenge.

These are free STEM activities for kids that are so much fun! They use super simple and cheap materials that are easy to find. These diy stem projects and challenges are also low-prep!

Build a marble run with an unlikely material… play dough! There are actually two STEM challenges with marbles and play dough in this post, and they are both a ton of fun for a wide range of ages. Best of all, the materials are cheap and can be used again on another day. Here’s a […]

Kids will love this Straw Houses STEM Challenge! All you need is straws, pipe cleaners, and scissors. Fun and engaging!

30+ engineering STEM challenges with simple materials. Kids can tinker with bridges, catapults, boats, and more using recycled and inexpensive materials.

STEM Engineering Challenges and Ideas for the Elementary and Middle School Classroom | Check Out Photos and Ideas to grow your classroom with STEM

Can Kindergarteners do STEM? Yes! We’ve found it’s best to connect STEM and story using read aloud books. For this Challenge, students connect to Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll by Jay Miletsky.

Looking for a free STEM activity for the elementary classroom? Teachers are loving STEM because it's fun, hands-on, and engaging. The challenges are great for team building. This challenge is free and easy to implement. Great for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders. I usually use this challenge for back to school stem, but it can be done at any time. Students will have a great time working together to discuss, design, build, and reflect. #elementaryisland #elementarystemactivities #freestem

Easy EASTER STEM Challenge. Make a zipline for a chocolate egg to learn about friction or try another great eggy experiment.

Can you make a bridge that reaches across the water? All you need for this Bridge Building STEM activity is plastic building blocks and a sheet of construction paper. Create a goal with your child's play as they learn through trial and error and problem solving with this hands-on STEM challenge.

Boost creativity and STEM skills with these 8 marshmallow tower challenges. From making shapes to building a pyramid, these hands-on activities engage young minds in structural engineering and problem-solving. Discover the joy of learning through play with these fun and educational STEM challenges. #marshmallowtower #STEMactivities #engineeringforkids #creativityandlearning #handsontechnology

STEM Safari: Over 60 STEM challenges for elementary!

Here is an amazing list of clever, unique and simple set up STEM challenges and lesson plans from other teachers.

Free #STEM lesson plan helps educators plan for the 2023 Science Buddies Engineering Challenge with middle school students. #scienceteacher #PingPongPickupChallenge #ScienceBuddiesEngineeringChallenge #engineeringchallenge #STEMactivity #homeschool #afterschool #scienceclass #STEMchallenge #STEMlesson #lessonplan #middleschool #middleschoolSTEM

Hurricane STEM Challenge: Teach students about hurricanes in a hands-on way with STEM! This challenge was created to help my third graders better understand hurricanes and the impact that they have around the world. Students tacked this problem by taking on the role of an engineer designing a hurricane proof house. #stemchallenges #stemactivities #hurricaneactivity

Build some index card castles! This is a fun and engaging STEM challenge that kids will love, and the supplies are so simple.